Sermons on Gift Of Hope:

The Gift God Promised

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 21, 2002

The significance of the Pentecost. We need the rely upon the Holy Spirit for church growth. Purpose of church is to communicate God’s love to a lost world.

Acts 1:4-9; 2:1-12 The Gift God Promised Jesus died and rose again on Easter Sunday. He spent 40 days on earth with His disciples. Acts 1 recorded His last words to His followers. And He was taken up before their very eyes - that was His ascension. Jesus specifically asked them to "wait for a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Gift That Keeps On Forgiving

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Oct 23, 2002

The three stages to forgiving our brother from Christ’s parable of the unmerciful servant.

Christ’s "Parable of the Unmerciful Servant" is preceeded by a succinct set of guidelines on what to do when a brother sins against you. (Matthew 18:15-17) 1. First, try to keep the matter private. Hopefully, this will be all that’s necessary to restore fellowship and friendship. (Verse 15) 2. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-35

Denomination: Baptist

Opposition And The Gift Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 12, 2001

Christians will meet opposition today justas they did in Jesus day. The Holy Spirit is given to help them meet that opposition.

There’s no doubt that for the early Christians, opposition and persecution were a fact of life. We only have to read a few chapters into the history of the early Church, as we find it in Acts and we discover Peter and John being arrested and brought before the Sanhedrin to explain why they’re ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

As The Gift So The Reward

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 17, 2006

When you are looking for gifts this season be sure that Jesus is on the top of the list for the best gift.

As is my custom, I am sitting here two days into the twelve days of Christmas thinking about something other than a traditional or customary Christmas message. I must confess that I am a major humbug. Bible College did Christmas in for me. After studying the origins of the holiday and all its ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Unwrapping The Gift That Lasts! Series

Contributed by Neil Olcott on Dec 18, 2006

This sermon examines how we can sincerely receive the ultimate gift from God and have our lives reflect that truth.

Date: December 17th 2006 Title: Unwrapping The Gift That Lasts! Bible Text: Various Subject: How do we truly unwrap and appreciate/use/enjoy/embrace/participate in/demonstrate the real gift for all humankind so as to embody Christ’s holiness during the holiday? Complement: Main Idea: Intro: Gifts ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Most Important Gift Series

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Jul 28, 2007

Before we can give of our time, treasures, talents, etc... we must give ourselves to God!

THE MOST IMPORTANT GIFT II Corinthians 8:1-15 Introduction: 1. We are in the midst of stewardship emphasis month. 2. How many want to be a poor steward in any area of your life? Hopefully not any! 3. We all want to be good stewards–how do we learn? 4. By studying other good stewards! 5. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Gift Oriented Ministry Series

Contributed by Michael Allen on Jul 30, 2007

Part of a series focussing on the categories in the Natural Church Development tool

There is a new advert on the TV for a BT service plan and it shows a restaurant kitchen going to pieces with food not being prepared properly, shoddily cooked and scruffily presented; there is a fire on the hob that no one is dealing with and the voice over man says something like “do what you are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Holiness

You And God's Gifts

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 2, 2007

God giving Spiritual gifts unto men is all intended for one and the same general end, the advancement of Christianity and the church’s edification!

You and God’s Gifts! Text: I Corinthians 12:1-7 Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I do not want you to be ignorant: 2 You know that you were Gentiles, carried away to these dumb idols, however you were led. 3 Therefore I make known to you that no one speaking by the Spirit of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gifts Of Wisdom And Knowledge Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2007

Spiritual Gifts Series - 1 of 13.

THE GIFTS OF WISDOM AND KNOWLEDGE 1 Corinthians 12:8 INTRO: Who Flew the Kite? “I did,” said the wind! “I did,” said the paper! “I did,” said the string! “I did,” said the boy! But in reality they ALL flew the kite! If the wind had lulled, if the paper had torn, if the sticks had broken, if the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Tongues And Interpretations Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2007

Spiritual Gifts Series - 5 of 13.

THE GIFT OF TONGUES AND INTERPRETATIONS 1 Corinthians 12:10 INTRO: A little, old American lady was touring London as part of a group. They were in Westminster Abbey, and the very proper English guide was pointing out the magnificent tombs, architecture, and other features of that great church. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Helpful Service Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2007

Spiritual Gifts Series - 8 of 13.

THE GIFT OF HELPFUL SERVICE Romans 12:7 INTRO: Recently I came across this question, “Would you do for GOLD what you would do for GOD?” What does this mean? The answer is clear. If you’re not attending prayer services now, would you do so if you were paid for it? Would you witness for Christ more ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:7

Denomination: Baptist

What A Wonderful Gift Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 6, 2006

We have a great gift in Christ, we must share what we have been given!

Date Written: June 16, 2006 Date Preached: June 21, 2006 Where Preached: OZHBC (Wed PM) Series Title: Basic Bible Studies Sermon Title: What a Wonderful Gift Sermon Text: Romans 12:1-2 Introduction: Imagine turning 16 and your parents have purchased for you a brand new automobile. You ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritually Gifted Ministry Series

Contributed by Brien Sims on Sep 19, 2006

A person’s place in the Body of Christ.

Every human being desires to feel needed and wanted. Feeling that we need to be in someone’s life or doing a certain job makes us feel important. It gives purpose and meaning to our lives. Sometimes just the fact that others rely on us can keep us going even when we want to quit. You may hate your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Unspeakable Gift

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 21, 2006

urge men to salvation

God’s Unspeakable Gift God’s Unspeakable Gift "Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift" (II Cor. 9:15) The most familiar verse in all the Bible is John 3:16. In that single verse, John tells us about God’s gift to humanity. I. UNSPEAKABLE IN ITS NATURE A. It was a Gift of Love. 1. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Gift Of Christmas

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 29, 2006

Song so beautifully depicts all that was involved in receiving the greatest gift of all time. For centuries now gifts and giving have become synonymous with Christmas. Our family discovered a change (Travis). Kid’s tear open, “You never hear kids say,

Song so beautifully depicts all that was involved in receiving the greatest gift of all time. For centuries now gifts and giving have become synonymous with Christmas. Our family discovered a change (Travis). Kid’s tear open, “You never hear kids say, O no, you shouldn’t have. And yet the great ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational